Extension hanger

ABSTRACT

The invention provides a storage unit, configured expressly for storing hair extensions comprising a free standing hanger, divided into sections to accommodate extensions placed on the right side, left side and center of the scalp. The Extension Hanger rests atop a sturdy, circular shaped base and features an elongated, vertical extension pole, on which a series of sturdy hanging arms are horizontally attached, projecting from either side of the main support. A second, adjustable, hinged support arm is positioned at the top of the main support and provides additional stability to the unit. Both this support arm and the unit base feature a heavy duty suction cup for use in securing. The Extension Hanger features between six and eight rows of hanging arms, with each arm featuring a series of spring loaded clip fasteners, on which the individual extensions are hung.

CLAIM OF PRIORITY

This patent application claims priority under 35 USC 119 (e) (1) fromU.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/4546,049 filed Oct. 29,2010, of common inventorship herewith entitled, “Extension Hanger.”

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention pertains to the field of hanger devices, and morespecifically to the field of hanger devices with a plurality of hangers.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The prior art has put forth several designs for hanger devices with aplurality of hangers. Among these are:

U.S. Pat. No. 4,058,222 to Evelyn R. Singer describes a multiple clotheshanging device embodying a vertically supported elongate track memberand a plurality of hanger slides, each carrying a garment hanger,slidably mounted on the track member.

U.S. Pat. No. 2,601,926 to Mannie H. Speaker and Sidney Nash describes amultiple garment hanger comprising a frame of a hanger comprising a tubeof suitable material drawn into a configuration of removable racksdetachably secured to said frame and a swinging rack pivotally securedto the hanger frame.

U.S. Pat. No. 2,593,356 to Clyde V. Smith describes a multiple garmentrack comprising garment supporting arms inclined with respect to theconnecting frame.

None of these prior art references describe the present invention.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

It is an object of the present invention to provide a hanger device witha plurality of hangers suitable for hanging hair extensions.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is an elevational angled perspective view of the device of thepresent invention.

FIG. 2 is an elevational angled perspective view of the device of thepresent invention in the collapsed configuration.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The present invention, hereinafter referred as the Extension Hanger, isa specially designed storage unit, configured expressly for storing hairextensions. Manufactured primarily of sturdy plastic and in anotherembodiment, sleek aluminum material, The Extension Hanger is comprisedof a free standing hanger, divided into sections to accommodateextensions placed on the right side, left side and center of the scalp.This product is used at home and in professional hair salons. At homethe user removes the extensions from their head, and places them inorder of removal on the Extension Hanger to be washed and air-dried.Once the hair dries, the user folds the hanger arms into the downposition, places it in the carrying case, supplied with the device whenpurchased, and brings the device with the extensions attached to aprofessional hair dresser's salon and has them re-attach the extensionsin the proper order. The hair salon professional also uses this deviceto remove, wash and re-apply hair extensions in the proper order aswell. The Extension Hanger rests atop a sturdy, circular shaped base andfeatures an elongated, vertical extension pole, on which a series ofsturdy hanging arms are horizontally attached, projecting from eitherside of the main support. A second, adjustable, hinged support arm ispositioned at the top of the main support and provides additionalstability to the unit. Both this support arm and the unit base feature aheavy duty suction cup for use in securing The Extension Hanger to awork station or any number of flat surfaces. As mentioned,perpendicularly attached to both sides of the main support post is aseries of horizontal extension arms, on which the individual extensionsare hung. The Extension Hanger features between six and eight rows ofhanging arms, with each arm featuring a series of spring loaded clipfasteners, on which the individual extensions are hung in order ofremoval.

Use of The Extension Hanger is very simple and straight forward. First,the user mounts The Extension Hanger to their workstation via the heavyduty suction cups located beneath the base of the unit, as well as onthe attached hinged support arm. Once secured in place, The ExtensionHanger is ready for use. Prior to applying extensions to the hair, theuser loads the extensions, whether removed from the client's own hair ornewly purchased, onto The Extension Hanger securing them in place viathe spring loaded clips and placing the extensions according to whetherthey go on the left, right or center of the scalp. The user also makessure to position the extensions from the bottom rungs of the hangers inan ascending manner, left, right, center in the proper order of removal.Thus, when applying the extensions, the professional stylist easilyremoves one extension at a time, and places them in order of removalback to client's hair.

The Extension Hanger is an innovative product invention which offershairstylists and their customers a number of significant benefits andadvantages. Providing a simple and organized means of storing andaccessing hair extensions, The Extension Hanger offers salonprofessionals a practical means of protecting the integrity of thesedelicate pieces, while also maintaining a neat and orderly work space.Preventing the extensions from becoming tangled or disheveled, thisunique storage tool also saves time, as professionals do not have tosort through tangled extensions in order to style their client's hair.Most importantly, because The Extension Hanger is divided into sectionswhich accommodate the right, left and center of the scalp, users easilystore the extensions in order of removal. As such, the customers arespared the tedious and time consuming task of attempting to discernexactly where a particular extension is placed, enabling theprofessional to apply the extensions in a quick and expert manner. Saloncustomers also appreciate The Extension Hanger as this product sparesthem the hassle of holding their extensions while their hair is done,thus enabling them to relax with a good book or magazine and enjoy apampering experience.

The Extension Hanger is a practical product invention which providesprofessional stylists and their customers neat and organized storage forhair extensions. Simple to use and durably constructed, this handy toolproves an invaluable commodity in any salon.

Although this invention has been described with respect to specificembodiments, it is not intended to be limited thereto and variousmodifications which will become apparent to the person of ordinary skillin the art are intended to fall within the spirit and scope of theinvention as described herein taken in conjunction with the accompanyingdrawings and the appended claims.

1. A hanger device with a plurality of hangers for storage of hairextensions, comprising: a free standing hanger, divided into sections toaccommodate extensions placed on the right side, left side and center ofthe scalp, wherein the hanger is mounted on a sturdy, circular shapedbase and features an elongated, vertical extension pole, and wherein aseries of sturdy hanging extendable arms are horizontally attached tothe pole projecting from opposite sides of the pole; wherein the top ofthe pole terminates in a hook to hang the device.
 2. The device of claim1 further comprising a second support pole hingedly attached near thetop of the vertical extension pole to provide added support and whereinthe second support pole can be extended to rest on a horizontal surface.3. The device of claim 1 further comprising a heavy duty suction cup atthe bottom of the vertical extension pole for use in securing the deviceto a work station or any flat surface.
 4. The device of claim 2 furthercomprising a first and second heavy duty suction cup, wherein the firstsuction cup is placed at the bottom of the second support pole and thesecond suction cup is placed bottom of the vertical extension pole foruse in securing the device to a work station or any flat surface.
 5. Thedevice of claim 4 wherein the number of hanging extendable armshorizontally attached to the vertical extension pole is between six andeight rows.
 6. The device of claim 5 wherein the hanging arms, eachcomprise a series of spring loaded clip fasteners, on which theindividual extensions are hung.
 7. A carrying case configured toaccommodate the device with the device holding a multiplicity of hairextensions.
 8. A method of using an extension hanger comprising:removing the extensions from their head, and placing them in order ofremoval on the extension hanger to be washed and air-dried; after theextensions are dry, the folding the hanger arms into the down position,placing it in the carrying case, supplied with the device whenpurchased, and bringing the device with the extensions attached to aprofessional hair dresser's salon and has them re-attach the extensionsin the proper order.
 9. The device of claim 4 wherein the device ismanufactured of plastic or aluminum.